Unlocking Your Health Potential: The Synergy of Lifestyle Medicine and Life Purpose

Yeliz Ruzgar
6 min readMay 20, 2023

Lifestyle medicine is a holistic approach to health that focuses on preventing and treating disease by making changes to one’s lifestyle. These changes can include things like eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and managing stress.

Life purpose is a sense of meaning and direction in life. It is what gives us a reason to get up in the morning and strive to be our best selves. When we have a strong sense of life purpose, we are more likely to make healthy choices and live a fulfilling life.

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There is a growing body of scientific research that suggests that lifestyle medicine and life purpose can have a positive impact on health. For example, a study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that people who followed a Mediterranean diet were less likely to develop heart disease and stroke. Another study, published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, found that people who exercised regularly were less likely to develop cancer.

Life purpose can also have a positive impact on health. A study published in the journal Psychological Science found that people who had a strong sense of life purpose were more likely to live longer. Another study, published in the journal Depression and Anxiety, found that people who had a strong sense of life purpose were less likely to suffer from depression and anxiety.

There are many ways to find your life purpose. Some people find it through their work, while others find it through their relationships, hobbies, or spiritual beliefs. The important thing is to find something that gives you a sense of meaning and direction in life.

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If you are looking for ways to improve your health and well-being, lifestyle medicine and life purpose can be powerful tools. By making changes to your lifestyle and finding your life purpose, you can take steps to live a longer, healthier, and more fulfilling life.

Here are some tips for finding your life purpose:

  • Take some time to reflect on your values and what is important to you.
  • Think about what you are good at and what you enjoy doing.
  • Consider what you would like to contribute to the world.
  • Talk to friends, family, and mentors about your thoughts and feelings.
  • Experiment with different activities and see what sparks joy.
  • Don’t be afraid to change your mind as you learn more about yourself.

Finding your life purpose is a journey, not a destination. It is an ongoing process of discovery and growth. The most important thing is to keep exploring and never give up on your dreams.

Scientific Research

Here are some scientific studies that support the positive effects of lifestyle medicine and life purpose on health:

  • Mediterranean diet and heart disease: A study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that people who followed a Mediterranean diet were less likely to develop heart disease and stroke. The study followed over 7,000 people for an average of 10 years. Those who followed a Mediterranean diet had a 30% lower risk of developing heart disease and a 23% lower risk of stroke.
  • Exercise and cancer: A study published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention found that people who exercised regularly were less likely to develop cancer. The study followed over 90,000 people for an average of 14 years. Those who exercised for at least 150 minutes per week had a 20% lower risk of developing cancer.
  • Life purpose and longevity: A study published in the journal Psychological Science found that people who had a strong sense of life purpose were more likely to live longer. The study followed over 1,500 people for an average of 14 years. Those who had a strong sense of life purpose were 15% less likely to die during the study period.
  • Life purpose and depression and anxiety: A study published in the journal Depression and Anxiety found that people who had a strong sense of life purpose were less likely to suffer from depression and anxiety. The study followed over 1,000 people for an average of 10 years. Those who had a strong sense of life purpose were 30% less likely to develop depression and 50% less likely to develop anxiety.

These studies provide strong evidence that lifestyle medicine and life purpose can have a positive impact on health. If you are looking for ways to improve your health and well-being, making changes to your lifestyle and finding your life purpose are two powerful tools that you can use.

Time to Unleash Your MANA Within!

Now is the time in history that we will look back on and remember. It’s a moment when we realize that we are not merely human doings, but human beings. It’s a profound awakening to the fact that there is more to life than the hustle and bustle of daily tasks. It’s a call to find our purpose and embrace the true essence of our existence.

In a world filled with distractions and obligations, it’s easy to lose sight of who we truly are and what we are meant to contribute. But now, more than ever, we have the opportunity to delve deep within ourselves and discover our purpose — the reason why we are here.

It’s time to pause, reflect, and connect with our inner selves. It’s time to listen to the whispers of our souls and uncover our unique gifts and passions. By doing so, we can tap into a profound sense of fulfillment and make a meaningful impact on the world around us.

Let this be the moment when you embark on a journey of self-discovery and embrace the fullness of your being. Embrace the opportunity to live a life aligned with your purpose — a life filled with joy, fulfillment, and authenticity.

Remember, you are not defined by what you do, but by who you are at your core. Embrace this pivotal moment in history, and let it be the catalyst for finding your purpose and living a life that truly resonates with your soul.

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Yeliz Ruzgar

Inspire.Energize.Transform — V for Love, V for Peace, Yeliz’s holistic programs, speeches empower people to create a lifestyle that supports their core purpose.